Training Day In Mongolia

July 19, 2018

Mongolian Yaks (Greg Vernovage)

Looking down the Potaniin Glacier (Greg Vernovage)

Mount Khuiten from the Potaniin Glacier (Greg Vernovage)

Charlotte checked in this morning to let us know that it was a great day on the Potaniin Glacier. The Team rigged their gear and reviewed important techniques they will need for their climb to High Camp and climb of Mount Khuiten (14,350) and Nairandal Peak (13,714).

The weather is trending in a good direction for the team and the plan is to stay on schedule and trek up the glacier to High Camp tomorrow morning. After training today, the team made their way back to Base Camp and while repacking the gear they need for High Camp, had the opportunity to enjoy the landscape. Camels and yaks graze near camp and the Golden Eagles were hard at work surveying the landscape for their next meal. If it is warm enough, you might head down to the stream to clean up your face and wash your feet.